Back-to-School with Benefits: FSA Tips for Parents

As summer wraps up, many parents are preparing their children for the school year. It’s also a great time to revisit your Dependent Care FSA and how it can ease the financial stress of back-to-school expenses.

 

If you have a Dependent Care FSA, it can cover before- and after-school care, preschool or daycare, and even day camps. The key is to ensure the provider qualifies and the expenses meet IRS requirements. Saving those receipts and keeping organized records will make reimbursement smooth.

 

It’s also a smart time to use your healthcare FSA for medical essentials—like annual physicals, eye exams, and supplies such as prescription glasses, allergy meds, or first-aid kits for backpacks.

 

Back-to-school season is full of activity, so take a moment to plan ahead. Your FSA is designed to support your family’s needs—use it wisely to save money and reduce stress.

 

Have questions about qualifying expenses or claim procedures? We’re here to help every step of the way.

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